Description
Longhorn parmesan crusted chicken delivers restaurant-quality comfort with crispy, golden exterior and juicy meat inside. Cheese-lovers and home cooks can easily recreate this delightful dish that promises a satisfying meal in less than 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (pounded to even thickness)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (cut into small pieces)
- 1 cup Provolone cheese (cut into small pieces)
- ¼ cup (59 ml / 2 fl oz) olive oil
- ⅓ cup (79 ml / 2.7 fl oz) ranch dressing
- 3 tbsps (45 ml / 1.5 fl oz) Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsps (30 ml / 1 fl oz) lemon juice
- 1 tbsp (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) minced garlic
- ¾ tbsp ground black pepper
- 2 tbsps (30 ml / 1 fl oz) vegetable oil
- Salt, to taste
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup (76 g / 2.7 oz) unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅓ cup (79 ml / 2.7 fl oz) ranch dressing
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Whisk olive oil, ranch dressing, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and cracked black pepper in a large bowl to create a vibrant flavor infusion.
- Chicken Preparation: Pound chicken breasts to even thickness, season with salt, and immerse completely in the marinade. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow deep flavor absorption.
- Searing Process: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken until golden brown, cooking approximately 6 minutes per side to reach 165°F internal temperature.
- Cheese Coating: Blend Parmesan and Provolone cheeses with ranch dressing to form a rich, creamy mixture. Spread evenly across each chicken breast, creating a luxurious cheese layer.
- Crispy Topping and Finishing: Combine panko breadcrumbs with melted butter, garlic powder, and salt. Sprinkle over cheese-covered chicken. Transfer to a 450°F oven and broil for 5 minutes until breadcrumbs turn golden and cheese melts perfectly.
- Serving: Allow chicken to rest briefly, then plate immediately to maintain optimal temperature and preserve the crispy, golden exterior.
Notes
- Marinate Strategically: Let chicken soak in the zesty blend for at least 30 minutes to maximize flavor absorption and tenderize the meat effectively.
- Uniform Thickness Matters: Tenderize chicken breasts to ensure even cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Temperature is Critical: Use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken reaches 165°F internally, guaranteeing safe and perfectly cooked protein.
- Broiling Precision: Watch carefully during the final 5-minute broiling stage to prevent burning, aiming for a golden-brown crispy cheese crust without charring.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg